1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 368 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Minx | Sentra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |