1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Tempo | Isis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
