1954 Morris Minor vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Morris | Isuzu |
| Model | Minor | Florian |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
