1993 Ford Tempo vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Tempo | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Tempo | Isis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1297 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 |
