1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 238 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Minx | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |