2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 48 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | SSR | Isis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |