1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 1988 Volvo 440, 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Minx | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
