1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 48 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1142 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 1022 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Isuzu | SSC |
| Model | Minx | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
