1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1240 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | Minx |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
