1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1960 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 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), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 300 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Crown |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |