1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Daimler | Isuzu |
| Model | One-O-Four | KB |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |
