1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1964 Renault Dauphine is newer by 8 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 318 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
