1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Avanti | Isuzu |
| Model | Avanti | Minx |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
