1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 56 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Minx | Elise |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2299 mm |