1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 11 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
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 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 125 | Minx |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |