1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 789 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Florian | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
