2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 53 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Cowley. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Grande Punto | Cowley |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |