1956 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, both 1956 Bugatti Type 101 and 1956 Isuzu Minx were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bugatti Type 101 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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:
| 1956 Bugatti Type 101 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Bugatti | Isuzu |
| Model | Type 101 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3257 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
