1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Carens |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |