2005 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 455 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 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
