1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Florian is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 165 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morris |
| Model | Florian | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
