1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 46 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 545 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.
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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Minx | 1400 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |