1968 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1968 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 11 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lancia Flaminia | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Flaminia | Isis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
