1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504D (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504D should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | Minx | 504D |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |