1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 280 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Scorpio | Minx |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
