1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Florian is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Simca |
| Model | Florian | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
