1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 685 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.
Because 1967 Isuzu Florian is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Isuzu Florian. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Florian | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
