1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Florian | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
