1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1961 Isuzu Minx is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | 340 Mexico | Minx |
Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |