1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 50 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 886 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Minx | Milan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
