2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 418 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1956 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Mustang | Isis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |