2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1957 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | SSR | Minx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
