1948 Austin 16 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1956 Isuzu Minx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | 16 | Minx |
Year Released | 1948 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |