1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia.
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, 1958 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | Minx | Appia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |