1957 Morris Isis vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 44 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, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 419 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Isis | Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
