2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1437 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1960 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1960 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Avalanche | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
