1956 Morris Isis vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 40 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 197 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1956 Morris Isis 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 Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Isis | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Isis | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |