1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minx | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
