1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 9 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | A 110 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
