1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 15 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morris Cowley (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 544 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
