1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1611 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Isuzu Minx | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Tundra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3700 mm |