1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 2003 Isuzu Wizard has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Isuzu Wizard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | Land Rover | Isuzu |
| Model | 109 | Wizard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
