1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Record |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
