2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 44 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2000 Fiat Seicento, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Seicento | Minx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
