1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1963 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
