1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1958 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 1958 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1958 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
