1956 Morris Isis vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica is newer by 45 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 178 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Isis | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Isis | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
