1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 40 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. Both 1956 Isuzu Minx and 1996 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 170 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, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | Megane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
