1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Mustang | Minx |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |