1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1972 Isuzu 117 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1972 Isuzu 117 (143 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1972 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 117 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
