1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 46 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
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, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Minx | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
