1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Hit | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
