1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 50 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto.
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, 2009 Kia Picanto, 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, 2009 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Minx | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
