1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 42 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1090 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 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Minx | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
