1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Minica | Isis |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |