1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 127 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
