1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 590 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | Isuzu | MG |
| Model | Minx | XPower |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
