1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 is newer by 17 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 15 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, 1973 Seat 1430 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Minx | 1430 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |