1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 130 | 117 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |