1956 Morris Isis vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 401 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Isis | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Isis | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
