2009 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Isis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
