1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1970 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1970 Isuzu 117 and 1970 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1970 Isuzu 117 (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 1970 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
Model | 117 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |