1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 41 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | HR-V | Isis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
