1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 23 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 200 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
