1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1964 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1964 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Isuzu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Minx | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
