1986 Morgan 4 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Morgan 4 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | 4 | Isis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |