1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 38 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1961 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Minx | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
