1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 840 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Isuzu Minx | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Minx | Retona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |