1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1957 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 284 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 | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
