1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Rally Raid | Minx |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |