1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
Model | Deauville | Minx |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |