1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 46 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 710 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minx | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
