1998 Mercury Mystique vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 39 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 122 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Mystique | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Mystique | Cowley |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |