1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1972 Isuzu 117 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
