1998 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Isis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
