1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 54 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Borrego |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |