2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 431 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Santa Fe | Isis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
