1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |