1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1964 Isuzu Minx is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Minx.
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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Isuzu Minx | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minx | Ponton |
Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |