2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 39 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 7 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
