1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 36 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Isuzu | Marcos |
| Model | Minx | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
