1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 646 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | Minx | Firebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |