1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo, 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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Minx | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |