1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Because 1957 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 1957 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Minx | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
