1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 17 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Stratos | Isis |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |