1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 46 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1092 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Minx | Navara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |