1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 630 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ferrari |
| Model | 117 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |
