1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 30 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), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Florian (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 905 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Retona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
