1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 20 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Giulietta | Isis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
