1957 Morris Isis vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6.
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 Xedos 6, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Morris | Xedos |
| Model | Isis | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
