1982 Austin Marina vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 23 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 148 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | Marina | Minx |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |