1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1961 Isuzu Minx and 1961 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1961 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
Model | Minx | 404 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |