2005 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | S4 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
