1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Scorpio | Minx |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 172 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
