1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Minx | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
