1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 53 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Fiat |
| Model | Minx | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
