1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
