1968 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Minx |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |