1957 Morris Isis vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Isis | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
