1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 53 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 931 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
Model | Minx | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |