1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 16 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 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 160 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
