1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 24 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 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 880 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | 400 | Minx |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4821 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |