1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1957 Morris Isis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis. 1997 Honda Prelude 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. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Prelude | Isis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |