1968 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, both 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta and 1968 Isuzu 117 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 470 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Mangusta | 117 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
