1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 595 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
