1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx

To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 34 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 155 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.

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, 1990 Honda Prelude, 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, 1990 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Prelude 1956 Isuzu Minx
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Prelude Minx
Year Released 1990 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2440 mm


 

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