1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1957 Isuzu Minx is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 1957 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 30 | Minx |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |