1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Minx is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 281 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 35 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
