1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
