1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1958 Abarth 500 is newer by 1 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Isuzu Minx (45 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 505 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1957 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
