1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 50 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minx | Citi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
