1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1981 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1962 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Falcon | Minx |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |