1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 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 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Minx | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
