1986 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
