1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 30 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 489 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Florian | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
