1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
