1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Cresta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |