2005 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 358 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
