1957 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zodiac | Florian |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
