1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1983 Lancia Prisma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1962 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 1962 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Minx | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
