1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1960 Isuzu Minx is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 399 kg more than 1960 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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Daimler | Isuzu |
| Model | Conquest | Minx |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
