1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 18 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minx | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
