1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Isuzu | Smart |
Model | Minx | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |