1957 Morris Isis vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 43 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2000 SsangYong Musso 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. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Isis | Musso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
