1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox.
Because 1960 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 1960 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Minx | Fox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
