1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Sorento |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |