2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 46 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Eclipse | Isis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
