1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 326 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.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
