1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117. 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 95 | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |