1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1953 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1953 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1953 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1953 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Minx |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |