1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 10 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Dino | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Dino | Minx |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |