1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1981 Renault 18, 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, 1981 Renault 18 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | 18 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
