1957 Morris Isis vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 38 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, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1995 Saturn SC 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. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Morris | Saturn |
| Model | Isis | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
