1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1960 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
