1964 Austin Princess vs. 1954 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1954 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Princess | Minx |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2370 mm |
