1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 24 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, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
