1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 330 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, 1981 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Minx | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
