1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 13 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 231 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | 2200 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
