1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 27 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
Model | A 310 | Minx |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |