1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1969 TVR Vixen is newer by 8 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 292 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
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, 1969 TVR Vixen (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Minx | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
