1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 54 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 905 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2012 Opel Antara 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. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Minx | Antara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
