1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu 117 | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | 117 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
