1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 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 Isuzu Florian (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Isuzu Florian | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Florian | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |