1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Minx is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde 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 18 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Minx | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 39 L |
