1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1963 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Festiva | Minx |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |