1955 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Isuzu Minx. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1955 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 670 kg more than 1955 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1955 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1955 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Isuzu Minx | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Minx | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1630 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 |
