1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Minx | Exige |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
