1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 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 8 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Seat |
| Model | 117 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
