1986 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Minx |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |