1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1961 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Consorte | Minx |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
