1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 38 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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.
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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
Model | Minx | Breeze |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |