1957 Morris Isis vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 53 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, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Isis | Escape |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |