1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1960 Abarth 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morris Cowley (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 471 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 600 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
