1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Isuzu Minx | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Isuzu | Saturn |
Model | Minx | Sky |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |