1957 Morris Isis vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden 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 5 kg more than 1989 Holden 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 1989 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Isis | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
