2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 380 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Cowley |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 485 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |