2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 723 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ducato | Isis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
