1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 50 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 774 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Minx | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |