1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 130 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
