1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1954 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1965 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Isuzu Minx (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 1954 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2370 mm |
