1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 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, 1971 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minx | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
