1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 39 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 97 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Matiz | Minx |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
