1967 Alvis TF vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian. 1978 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1967 Alvis TF has manual transmission. 1967 Alvis TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Alvis | Isuzu |
| Model | TF | Florian |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
