1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
Model | Minx | A 109 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |