1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 15 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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 Isuzu Minx | 1974 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Minx | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |