1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Guara | Isis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |