1957 Morris Isis vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 209 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.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Isis | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |
