1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 13 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914.
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, 1973 Porsche 914 (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Minx | 914 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
