1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 15 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
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, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Minx | 104 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
