1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 39 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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Isuzu | MCC |
| Model | Minx | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
