1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 50 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ, 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Minx | iQ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
