1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 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 1962 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
