2009 Lada 111 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 52 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Lada 111.
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, 2009 Lada 111, 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, 2009 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | 111 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
