1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 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 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 470 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1990 Ford Falcon 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. 1990 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | Minx | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
