1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Isuzu Minx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (52 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 75 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulietta | Minx |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
