1957 Morris Isis vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 46 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2003 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2003 Toyota Caldina 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. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Isis | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
