1999 Buick Century vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 40 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Buick Century, 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Century | Minx |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |