1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1963 Fiat 1500 is newer by 7 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 275 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.
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, 1963 Fiat 1500 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 1500 | Minx |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |