1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Minx | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
