1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Berlina | 117 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
