1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | 117 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
