1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Minx is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Isuzu Minx (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 106 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Minx | 203 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
