1953 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1953 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Minx | Exige |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
