1987 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 324 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1960 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 1960 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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | AX | Minx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
