1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1964 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Visa | Minx |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |