1954 Isuzu Minx vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1954 Isuzu Minx is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 830 kg more than 1954 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.
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1954 Isuzu Minx | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
Model | Minx | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1265 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3060 mm |