2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 42 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 1958 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | C1 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
