2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 42 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 370 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 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Mobilio | Minx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
