1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 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 1959 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Laguna (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
