1951 Holden FX vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Isuzu Minx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Holden FX (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Holden FX | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Holden | Isuzu |
Model | FX | Minx |
Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |