1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 21 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 320 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1980 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Minx | 260 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
