1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Camaro | Cowley |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 244 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |