1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
Model | A 310 | 117 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |