1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Minx | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |