1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Spider (121 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Spider | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
