1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1970 Isuzu 117 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 95 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
