1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 599 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Minx | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
