1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1981 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Corolla |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |