1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 737 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 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Minx | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
