1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 18 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 94 kg more than 1982 Seat Ronda.
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, 1982 Seat Ronda, 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, 1982 Seat Ronda (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Minx | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
