1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | Spider | Minx |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |