1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1965 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona.
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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Corona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |