1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 530 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Minx | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2615 mm |