1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Camaro | Minx |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
