1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Florian |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
