1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 260 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Florian | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
