1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | 117 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
