1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | Minx |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
