1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Minx | Elise |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
