1956 Morris Isis vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 55 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 33 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Isis | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Isis | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |