1957 Morris Isis vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 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 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
| Model | Isis | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
