1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 34 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131.
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:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 131 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
