1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 36 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 481 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | AZ-1 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
