1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 MG Midget is newer by 6 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 MG Midget.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Isuzu | MG |
Model | Minx | Midget |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2032 mm |