1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 53 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 655 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 400 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pagani |
| Model | Minx | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2795 mm |
