1955 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1955 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
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 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Isuzu | Riley |
| Model | Minx | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
