1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
