1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 28 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 20 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Isuzu | Renault |
Model | Minx | 5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |