1958 Morris Isis vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 26 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, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 11 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 1984 Opel Monza | |
Make | Morris | Opel |
Model | Isis | Monza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |