1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
Model | Minx | Sovereign |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |