1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 12 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 220 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Florian | 117 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
