Morris Cowley Series II
Morris Cowley Series II - key facts
- Introduced in 1956, the end came for the Morris Cowley Series II in 1958.
- The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 55 bhp.
- 60mph was reached in 8.3 seconds.
- Maximum speed of the Morris Cowley Series II was 73 mph.
- A total of 4,623 units were manufactured .
| Morris Cowley Series II Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Production | 4,623 | |
| From | 1956 | |
| Until | 1958 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 14ft 2in | 4m |
| Width | 5ft 5in | 1.65m |
| Wheelbase | 8ft 111/2in | 2.73m |
| Front Track | 4ft 51/2in | 1.36m |
| Rear Track | 4ft 51/2in | 1.36m |
| Kerb Weight | 2464lb/1ton | 1118kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine type | B-Series | |
| Engine displacement | 1489cc | 91cu in |
| Bore | 2.87in | 73mm |
| Stroke | 3.5in | 89mm |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Compression ratio | 8.3:1 | |
| Power Output | 55bhp @ 4400rpm | 54PS @ 4400rpm |
| Specific Output | 37bhp/litre | 0.61bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 78lbft @ 2500rpm | 106Nm @ 2500rpm |
| Specific Torque | 71Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Carburettor make | SU | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 50bhp/ton | |
| Acceleration 0-60mph | 8.3 seconds | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 23.9 seconds | |
| Top speed | 73mph | 117km/h |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Front | |
| Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
| Driven wheels | Rear | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Torsion bar | |
| Rear Suspension | Beam axle half eliptic leaf | |
| Brakes | Drums front and rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4spd/SemiAuto | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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