1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 510 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 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Minx | TT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2469 mm |
