1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 42 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 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life 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. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Isuzu | Honda |
| Model | Minx | Life |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 656 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
