1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 22 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Minx | Citi |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |