1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Florian | Spider |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
