1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1967 Simca 1200S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
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 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Isuzu Minx | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Isuzu | Simca |
Model | Minx | 1200S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |