1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1963 Triumph TR4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 65 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
Model | Minx | TR4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |