1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
