1983 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 26 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Starion | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Starion | Isis |
Year Released | 1983 | 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 | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1315 kg |