1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. Both 1956 Isuzu Minx and 2004 Seat Arosa are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Arosa (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 24 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | Minx | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
