1958 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 173 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Florian |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
