1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1954 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1955 Abarth 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 372 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600.
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:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1954 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
