2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Expedition | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
