1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 52 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Minx | Nano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
