1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1971 Isuzu Florian is newer by 14 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Florian |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
