1968 Isuzu Florian vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 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), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Florian | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Florian | Elise |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
