1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1959 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | Minx |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
