1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1968 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-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
Model | 3000 | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |