2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 826 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Minx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
