1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 56 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2012 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1956 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
Model | Minx | Atos |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |