1990 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1961 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Civic | Minx |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
