1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 53 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 426 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
