1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx

To start off, 1956 Isuzu Minx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx.

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, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Hudson Italia Coupe 1956 Isuzu Minx
Make Hudson Isuzu
Model Italia Coupe Minx
Year Released 1954 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3303 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2440 mm


 

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