1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 54 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA weights approximately 232 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Minx | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |