1958 Morris Isis vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 34 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Morris | Peugeot |
| Model | Isis | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
