2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 505 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Viper | Minx |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |