1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude 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 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Prelude | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
