1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
Model | GT | Minx |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |