2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 50 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Sirion | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
