1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 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 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 454 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1974 Volvo 244 has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 244 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
Model | Minx | 244 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |