1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1956 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
