1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
