1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 37 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Isuzu | Honda |
Model | Minx | Today |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |