1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 1 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 126 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | 126 | 117 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |