1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1956 Isuzu Minx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 160 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Minx | Minor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
