1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 27 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 106 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Minx | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
