1975 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 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, 1975 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
