1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1964 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 1964 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
