1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1974 Kia Brisa is newer by 18 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, 1974 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Brisa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |