1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Isuzu | Rover |
Model | 117 | P4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |