2002 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Isis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
