2007 Fiat Bravo vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2007 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Bravo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Because 1970 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 1970 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2007 Fiat Bravo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Bravo | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Bravo | 117 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
