1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 20 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, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
