1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 19 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Minx | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
