1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 19 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, 1977 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
