1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1959 BMW Isetta | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | Isetta | VX4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 74 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2550 mm |