1954 Isuzu Minx vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
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:
| 1954 Isuzu Minx | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Carina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
