1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1961 Isuzu Minx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Isuzu | Morris |
Model | Minx | Minor |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |