1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Isuzu Minx | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Isuzu | TVR |
Model | Minx | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |