1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 1958 Morris Cowley is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Regata | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
