1987 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 228 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Isuzu Minx. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | Minx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
