1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 7 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, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 124 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1070 kg |
