2009 Honda Element vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 534 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
