1978 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1961 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Minx |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |