1978 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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, both vehicles can yield 45 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Minx |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 938 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
