2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 51 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Captiva | Isis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
