1958 Morris Isis vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 48 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Isis | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
