1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 811 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Jeep Liberty 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. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Minx | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2695 mm |
