1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
Model | A 106 | Minx |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |