1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 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 9 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 105 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:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 70 | 117 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |