1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Minx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 600 | Minx |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |