1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 44 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 110 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Minx | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
