1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 540 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 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Minx | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
