1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 1968 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Isuzu 117 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | 117 | Altea |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1818 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |