1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu 117 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1900 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
