1958 Morris Isis vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 40 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Isis | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |