1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 12 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 441 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | El Camino | Minx |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
