1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Mark II |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |