1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 339 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Fiesta | Isis |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |