1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Isuzu Minx were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Autobianchi Primula (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 232 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Because 1964 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 1964 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (95 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Autobianchi | Isuzu |
Model | Primula | Minx |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |