1975 Ford Torino vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 700 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Torino | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
