1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 4 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Giulietta | 117 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
