1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn Sky weights approximately 369 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 2007 Saturn Sky 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. 2007 Saturn Sky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saturn |
| Model | Florian | Sky |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
