1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 24 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Minx |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
