1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Morgan 4.
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, 1991 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morgan |
| Model | Minx | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
