1995 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 358 kg more than 1957 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Minx |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |