1958 Morris Isis vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1963 Morris Minor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Isis | Minor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
