1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 27 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 305 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.
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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Isuzu | Talbot |
Model | Minx | Tagora |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |