1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1956 Isuzu Minx is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 375 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 1956 Isuzu Minx is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 15 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
