2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Minx |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |