1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
