1986 Lotus Excel vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 123 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Excel | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |
