1994 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 Audi A4.
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, 1994 Audi A4, 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A4 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
