2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 50 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 923 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Patriot | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
