1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Minx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
