1954 Isuzu Minx vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1954 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 615 kg more than 1954 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1954 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1954 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Isuzu Minx | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Minx | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
