1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1963 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |