1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 450 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Cadillac |
| Model | 117 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
