1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Florian is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1967 Isuzu Florian (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1967 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Abarth | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
