1957 Morris Isis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Isis | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
