1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 18 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 870 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Cordoba | Minx |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
