1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 52 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1201 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Isuzu Minx | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Isuzu | GMC |
Model | Minx | Savana |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |