1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 10 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minx | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
