1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Smart |
| Model | Minx | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
