1994 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx

To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 35 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 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, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Legend 1959 Isuzu Minx
Make Honda Isuzu
Model Legend Minx
Year Released 1994 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm