1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Alfasud | Minx |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
