1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 820 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Minx | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
