2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | SRX | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
