1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minx | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
