2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Ranger | Isis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |