2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 99 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Isis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
