2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 50 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Bravo | Isis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |