1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Isuzu Minx | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lincoln |
| Model | Minx | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
