1954 Morris Cowley vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 114 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Cowley | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Cowley | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
