1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Minx | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
