1958 Morris Isis vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 55 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, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Isis | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Isis | Forte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
