1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Isuzu Minx | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | Minx | 505 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |