1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | 2600 | Minx |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |