1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 6 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 2400 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
