1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 372 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.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | 117 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
