2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 455 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Berlina | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
