1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 520 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | Mondial | Minx |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |