1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1982 Toyota Supra is newer by 26 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Supra weights approximately 352 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
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, 1982 Toyota Supra (197 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Supra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
