1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Cowley (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Visa | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
