1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 11 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet.
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, 1973 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Minx | Violet |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
