1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Minx | Laurel |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |