2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Tribute | Isis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2639 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
