1995 Kia Retona vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 38 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. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Kia | Morris |
| Model | Retona | Isis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
