1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 45 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 75 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 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Minx | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
