1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 27 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 640 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | 928 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |