1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1955 Morris Cowley is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 206 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1100 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
