1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1956 Singer Gazelle
To start off, both 1956 Isuzu Minx and 1956 Singer Gazelle were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Singer Gazelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Singer Gazelle (48 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Singer Gazelle should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Singer Gazelle weights approximately 66 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 Isuzu Minx | 1956 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Singer |
| Model | Minx | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
