1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 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) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 60 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |
