1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Minx | Supra |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |