1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1962 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 1962 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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, 1962 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | GSA | Minx |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
