1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 122 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | 929 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
