1957 Morris Isis vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 48 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Isis | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
