1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1970 Isuzu 117 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117.
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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Isuzu | Rover |
Model | 117 | P5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |