1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 970 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 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Minx | Safari |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
