1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | L 200 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
