1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 265 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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Minx | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |
