2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Grande Punto | Minx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
