2004 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Focus | Isis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
