1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 70 | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | GT 70 | Minx |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |