1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | 117 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |