1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Isuzu Minx is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Isuzu Minx | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | Minx | 203 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |