1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1957 Isuzu Minx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1400 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
