1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | Familia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
