1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 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 29 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
Model | 750 | 117 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 56 L |