1969 Isuzu Florian vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 36 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 119 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Florian | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Florian | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
