1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. 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, 1981 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Florian |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
