1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 41 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, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Laputa | Isis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
