1957 Morris Isis vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 26 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, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 343 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Isis | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
