2009 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 431 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
