1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Isuzu Minx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 250 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Minx | 356 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
