1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 35 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tata |
| Model | Minx | Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
