1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1966 Porsche 912 is newer by 5 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912.
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, 1966 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1966 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Minx | 912 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
