2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1077 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Silverado | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 52 L |
