1958 Morris Isis vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 53 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, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Isis | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
