1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 5 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 64 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1500 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
