1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1963 Peugeot 404 is newer by 7 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 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | Minx | 404 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |