1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 254 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Renault 4, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
