1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 50 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 15 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Minx | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
