1957 Morris Isis vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Isis | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
