2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 9 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Tribute | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |
