1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
