1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 22 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
