1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1958 Morris Isis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 625 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | A 35 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
