2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 468 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Isis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
