1957 Morris Isis vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 45 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, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life 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. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Isis | Life |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |