1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 30 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Because 1958 Morris Isis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tipo | Isis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
