1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Austin | Morris |
Model | A 40 | Isis |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |