1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1965 Ford Corsair is newer by 9 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 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 45 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Corsair | Minx |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
