1969 Maserati Mistral vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 13 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 32 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | Mistral | Isis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
