1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Nissan Prairie is newer by 26 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 25 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 1959 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 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie, 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Minx | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
