1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 48 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 500 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.
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 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Minx | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
