2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 1957 Morris Cowley (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 52 L |
