1956 Morris Isis vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis.
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, 1986 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Isis | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Isis | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
