1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 9 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Minx | Europa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
