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Morris Cowley

General information

ModelMorris Cowley
Year1954
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1200 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power42.60 PS (31 kW or 42 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque78.00 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 57.5 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.2:1
Bore x stroke655.0 x 89.0 mm (25.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed116.0 km/h (72.1 mph)
0-50 miles20.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0404 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Passenger space4060 litres (1,073 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1054 kg (2,323.7 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1610 mm (63.4 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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