1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 16 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Eagle | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
