1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 29 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 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2385 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1985 ZIL 4104 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. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Isuzu | ZIL |
Model | Minx | 4104 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |