1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 30 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
