1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | GT | Minx |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |