1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (69 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Cowley | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
