1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 19 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Navajo | Isis |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 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 | 870 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |