1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 27 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 90 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
