1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 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 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 720 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (454 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Minx | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
