1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | GT | 117 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
