1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 53 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 901 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Minx | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
