1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Disco Volante | 117 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
