1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 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, 1967 Isuzu Florian (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Isuzu Minx | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Minx | Florian |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
