1957 Morris Isis vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 40 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Isis | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
