1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Xsara | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
