1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1957 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Festiva | Minx |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |