2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 47 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | S2000 | Isis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |