1958 Morris Isis vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Isis | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
