2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 48 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, 2005 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 2005 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Naked | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
