1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | GTV | 117 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
