1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 33 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, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Minx | 100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
