1957 Morris Isis vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 49 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, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis.
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, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Morris | Seat |
Model | Isis | Leon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |