1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Florian is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Florian | Appia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
