2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Cooper | Isis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
