1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Minx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Publica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
