1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 1964 Rover P6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1960 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, 1964 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Isuzu Minx | 1964 Rover P6 | |
Make | Isuzu | Rover |
Model | Minx | P6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |