1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1970 Isuzu 117 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 170 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Zephyr | 117 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |