1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | GTA | 117 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
