1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1957 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 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
