2001 Honda Insight vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 40 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, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 184 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
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, 2001 Honda Insight, 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Insight | Minx |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |