1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 51 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 538 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 1956 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Minx | Primera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |