1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 490 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |