1981 Fiat 126 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1981 Fiat 126 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 126 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
