1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1953 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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.
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1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1953 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
Model | 100 | Minx |
Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |