1990 Ford Orion vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Orion | Minx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
