1969 Isuzu 117 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1975 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu 117 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
