1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 43 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 525 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1999 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lexus |
| Model | Minx | SC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
