1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 330 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, 2010 Renault Logan, 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, 2010 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Minx | Logan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
