1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 46 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter 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.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Minx | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
