1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1976 Seat 127
To start off, 1976 Seat 127 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 Seat 127 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 127 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Seat 127.
Because 1956 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1976 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Minx | 127 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
