1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 271 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | Isis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
