1996 Lexus SC vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 40 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 253 kg more than 1956 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 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | SC | Isis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
