1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Rally Raid | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
