1967 AC 428 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | AC | Isuzu |
Model | 428 | Minx |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |