1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 1976 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 364 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
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, 1976 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morgan |
| Model | Minx | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
