2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Santa Fe | Isis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
