1958 Morris Isis vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Toyota Century is newer by 17 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Isis | Century |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |