1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 198 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
