1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 310 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 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | Boxster |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |