1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Eagle | 117 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
