1957 Morris Isis vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Morris | Mini |
Model | Isis | Cooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2467 mm |