1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 103 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1956 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morris |
| Model | Freelander | Isis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
