1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Isis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
