2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 48 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 8 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
Model | Materia | Minx |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |