2003 GAZ 3110 vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 42 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 370 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.
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 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3110 | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | GAZ | Isuzu |
| Model | 3110 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
