1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Florian (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
