1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (177 Nm). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
| Model | 179 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
