1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Florian is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1977 Isuzu Florian (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
