2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | Beaulieu | Minx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
