1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
