1958 Morris Isis vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 43 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Agila, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Morris | Vauxhall |
Model | Isis | Agila |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |