2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Seicento | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
