2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Discovery | Cowley |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |