1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1960 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1960 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Minx | Forester |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |