1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 408 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Minx |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
