1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1065 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
Model | Minx | Rexton |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |