1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 507 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Minx |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
