1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 25 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, 1981 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1956 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
Model | Mini | Minx |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |