1957 Morris Isis vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 16 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Isis | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2250 mm |
