1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 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 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
