1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 170 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 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Minx | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2250 mm |
