1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 51 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1602 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Minx | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
