1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1956 Isuzu Minx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100.
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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1100 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
