2005 Honda NSX vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2005 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
