2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 542 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Minx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
