1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |