2000 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 32 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | 117 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
