2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | I-350 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2190 mm |
