2000 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Because 1968 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | 117 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |