2004 Ford Econovan vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 46 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan.
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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Econovan | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Econovan | Isis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |