1957 Morris Isis vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Isis | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |