1957 Morris Isis vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 23 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 41 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 435 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Isis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Isis | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
