1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1967 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |