1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zephyr | Minx |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
