1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (222 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | Minx | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |