2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 948 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Santa Fe | Minx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
