1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 48 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 100 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Isuzu | Noble |
Model | Minx | M12 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |