1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 286 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Minx | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
