1958 Morris Isis vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 427 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Morris | Lexus |
| Model | Isis | IS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2731 mm |
