1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Because 1960 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro, 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Minx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
