1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 9 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, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Isuzu | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Minx | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
