1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Minx is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1963 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Minx |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |