1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1962 Fiat 2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 2300 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. 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:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 2300 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
