1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 58 kg more than 1956 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mustang | Isis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
