1980 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morris Isis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Isis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
