1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 833 kg more than 1956 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Eldorado | Isis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
