1996 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 38 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
