1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Minx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 135 | Minx |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |