1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 304 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 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Minx | Juke |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
