1948 Morris Minor vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1958 Morris Isis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 525 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Minor | Isis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
