1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |