1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.

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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Isuzu Minx 2010 Daihatsu Charade
Make Isuzu Daihatsu
Model Minx Charade
Year Released 1956 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 45 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2500 mm