2004 Honda Element vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 284 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.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Element | Isis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
