1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 491 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minx | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
