1954 Ford Prefect vs. 1954 Isuzu Minx
To start off, both 1954 Ford Prefect and 1954 Isuzu Minx were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Isuzu Minx (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 1954 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Prefect | Minx |
Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |