1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 500 | 117 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |