1948 Austin 16 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1957 Morris Isis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 35 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | 16 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
