1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 22 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 480 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | Minx | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
