1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 836 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
