1972 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | Marina | 117 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |