1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 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, 1993 Ford Scorpio (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Scorpio | Minx |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
