1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Minx | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | 356 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |