1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 690 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Caprice | Minx |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |