1972 Fiat 132 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 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
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 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 132 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 132 | 117 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |