2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 53 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-8 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
