1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 26 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107.
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, 1987 Lada 2107 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | Minx | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
