2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Minx |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |