1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 46 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 325 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 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, 2009 Seat Leon, 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Minx | Leon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
