1957 Morris Isis vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 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, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Isis | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
