2006 Honda Insight vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 47 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
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, 2006 Honda Insight, 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 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Insight | Minx |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |