1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian 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 44 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 1967 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1967 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Isuzu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Florian | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
