1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 652 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 126 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
